Azure Infrastructure Architect

We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Azure Infrastructure Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of cloud infrastructure solutions utilizing Microsoft Azure. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping our cloud architecture strategy, ensuring scalable, secure, and efficient cloud environments that support our business objectives. Your expertise will drive innovative solutions leveraging a broad spectrum of cloud technologies and best practices, empowering our organization to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive Azure-based infrastructure architectures aligned with organizational needs and industry standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable, reliable cloud solutions using Azure services such as IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service), PaaS (Platform as a Service), and SaaS (Software as a Service).
• Implement and manage virtualization technologies including VMware, OpenStack, and Docker to optimize resource utilization and flexibility within cloud environments.
• Develop automation scripts and deployment pipelines using tools like Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, Bash, Jenkins, and Git to streamline infrastructure provisioning and software deployment.
• Ensure security compliance by integrating FedRAMP standards, VPN configurations, RESTful APIs, and other security protocols into cloud architectures.
• Maintain expertise in cloud service providers such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Rackspace, Citrix, and Azure to recommend best-fit solutions for diverse project needs.
• Lead system design efforts for microservices architectures utilizing Kubernetes, Docker containers, and RESTful APIs to support scalable application deployment.
• Monitor cloud infrastructure performance and implement improvements for high availability, disaster recovery, and cost efficiency.

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• Strong knowledge of service-oriented architecture (SOA), virtualization technologies (VMware, OpenStack), and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Hands-on experience with cloud development platforms including AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Rackspace, Citrix, and Microsoft Azure.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as FedRAMP along with VPN setup and management for secure remote access.
• Proficiency in scripting languages including PowerShell, Bash (Unix shell), Python, Ruby, JavaScript; experience with automation tools like Ansible, Chef, Puppet is highly desirable.
• Deep understanding of database systems such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle SQL Server; experience with NoSQL databases is a plus.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or similar tools.
• Strong grasp of operating systems including Windows and Linux; experience with system management tools like PowerShell or Shell Scripting is essential.
• Ability to design scalable applications using microservices architecture with API integration via RESTful APIs.
• Educational background in computer science or related fields; professional certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert are preferred. Join us to lead transformative cloud initiatives that push the boundaries of technology! This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence our digital future through innovative infrastructure solutions while working alongside talented professionals committed to excellence in cloud architecture.

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